Hearts and XOs Pullover by HJ Kim Otsuki

Hearts and XOs Pullover

Knitting
January 2026
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
17 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in reverse stockinette st
US 8 - 5.0 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
1367 - 2461 yards (1250 - 2250 m)
1 ~ 10, FInished Chest Circumference: Approx.88, 96, (104, 112, 120, 128), 136, 144, 152, 162 cm / 34.5, 38, (41, 44, 47, 50), 53.5, 56.5, 60, 63 “
English

Pattern coming soon!

As part of the String of Hearts cable work series, this pullover revisits traditional cable knitting through a modern lens. The design is worked top-down and features semi-set-in shoulders at the back, offering structure while maintaining a comfortable, wearable fit. An optional double-folded neckband allows for a polished finish and added warmth. This design is intended to be gender-neutral, with proportions and styling suitable for a wide range of body types and personal aesthetics.

While I love classic Aran garments with dense, tightly worked cables, I often find them heavy and less practical for layering. For this design, I chose yarns and the gauge that create a more relaxed fabric with warmth without weight, making the sweater easy to wear under a coat or on its own during spring and fall. The use of two-tone or subtly heathered yarns further enhances the depth and clarity of the cable motifs, highlighting their texture without overpowering the garment.